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Bygone Days: A look at the past in NE Allegan County
(Taken from the archives at the Then & Now Historical Library in downtown Dorr) Oscar F. Raab worked as a teacher for three school years, from the beginning of 1905-06…
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Wayland robotics team takes 1st in GVSU contest
The Wayland High School robotics team #6090 Saturday brought home the gold at the First Robotics West Michigan competition at Grand Valley State University. The local group, coached by Rod…
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Rock ‘N Bowl owners say they want to sell business
Ron and Linda Lannon owners of the Rock ’N Bowl establishment just north of the City of Wayland on Division Avenue announced they hope to sell the bowling business. The…
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Bygone Days: A look at the past in NE Allegan County
Louis G. Yerrick and Grace L. Chamberlain established a business on the northeast corner of North Main and East Maple Street, the Hotel Yerick and Feed Barn. (Taken from the…
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Bygone Days: A look at the past in NE Allegan County
(Taken from the archives at the Then & Now Historical Library in downtown Dorr) This house many years ago was located at 142nd Avenue & 30th Street. 25 Years Ago…
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Two Wayland school bands earn 1st division ratings
The Wayland seventh grade band and high school band Tuesday received first division (superior) ratings from adjudicators at the Michigan High School Band and Orchestra Association (MSBOA) spring festival, which…
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Two former Wildcats star in Calvin’s spring trip
Emma Tornes Emma Ludema Two former Wayland High School softball standouts played important roles this month in Calvin University’s spring trip. Pitcher Emma Ludema tossed a two-hit, 2-0 shutout win…
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Visitation for Bryan Rybiski slated for Friday, March 15
Bryan James Rybiski, age 46, died Thursday, March 7. Bryan enjoyed many hobbies, including camping, golfing and spending time with his family. His family, and especially his children, were the…
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No service planned for WHS grad Ruth Barrows, 93
Ruth Barrows of Plainwell died at Monday, March 4, at age 93. Born Oct. 14, 1930, she grew up on a farm near Shelbyville and later graduated from Wayland High…
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Celebration of life for Russ Middleton will be March 16
A celebration of life service for Wayland High School graduate Russell Middleton is planned for 11 a.m. Saturday, March 16, with visitation from 9:30 to 10:45, at Woodward Baptist Church,…